The Kawasaki Concours™ motorcycle combines the comfort and weather protection of its Voyager® XII touring sibling with the performance, agility and styling of a Kawasaki Ninja® sportbike into one of the most popular and affordable sport-touring machines on the market

The Kawasaki Concours motorcycle combines the comfort and weather protection of a full-dress touring machine with the performance, agility and styling of a sportbike to make one of the most popular and affordable sport-touring machines on the market.

The Concours’ 997cc liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine produces strong power throughout the range. A gear-driven engine counterbalancer helps reduce engine vibration for rider comfort and increased electrical component life. Top gear in the six-speed transmission keeps the engine at a relaxed rpm at highway speeds, which adds to rider comfort on long-distance interstate rides. Power reaches the five-spoke rear wheel through a quiet and reliable low-maintenance shaft drive.

The Concours handles twisty backroads just as easily as it cruises the highway. Its diamond frame design is simple yet rigid, and uses the engine as a stressed member to eliminate weight and ease engine maintenance. Kawasaki’s Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® rear suspension system with lightweight aluminum components keeps the rear wheel firmly planted on all kinds of paved roads. A remote adjuster on the single shock makes it easy to tune rebound damping to any of four settings, and air pressure can be adjusted to match riding style, load and road conditions. Front suspension is handled by a 41mm fork with adjustable preload. Dual front disc brakes and a single disc rear provide sure stopping power.

Rider comfort is a priority on the Concours. A triple density foam seat is deeply contoured to please both the rider and passenger, while the full fairing creates an aerodynamic envelope for two when riding in a relaxed, upright riding position. Air vent ducts built into the fairing help cool the rider in warm temperatures. Two lockable bins are located on either side of the fairing for added convenience, while the easy-to-read instrumentation is similar to that found on the Kawasaki NINJA® ZX-11 sportbike and includes a digital clock as well as dual trip meters.

The Concours is equipped for the long haul with a 7.5-gallon fuel tank for exceptional touring range. Detachable locking hard luggage lets riders pack for extended trips, and to retain the smooth flow of the bodywork special panels are provided to fit the Concours’ sides when the saddlebags are removed.

Concours buyers can also enjoy the benefits of the Concours Owners Group (COG) and the Kawasaki Good Times™ Owners Club (GTOC). Rides and functions take place throughout the year across the nation so that Concours owners never have to ride alone.

With the protection of a full fairing, carrying capacity of saddlebags plus the Ninja-like power and handling, the Kawasaki Concours is a machine that makes long-distance adventures a pleasure and commuting more fun, all at an amazingly reasonable price.

2001 CONCOURS™ FEATURES

Liquid Cooling

More even-running temperatures means no “power fade” on hot days and longer engine life Allows tighter engine clearances for quieter running Includes temperature gauge Radiator with Auxiliary Cooling Fan

Engine is maintained at optimum temperature for best performance, fuel economy and reliability Four Valves per cylinder

Better breathing for more power at high rpm Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today’s gasolines Boosts low-end torque Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow Gear-Driven Engine Balancer

The “Call of the Open Road” means different things to different people. And Kawasaki offers more touring options to fill your desire to explore those out-of-the-way places that just beg to be explored. If you love to pile up miles, look no further than the Kawasaki Voyager® XII. Naturally, you want full-dress luxury and convenience. But thanks to the narrow in-line four configuration, the engine is positioned more forward for superior handling and improved rider comfort. Plus, you can load it up with all the essentials to make your touring experience a true comfort.

“Seeking out the curves” best describes your type of touring. Where the road you ride counts as much as the destination. Seek out Kawasaki’s Concours™: Ninja®-bred performance and handling manners in a package that combines refined sporting tradition with grand touring comfort.

Or do you prefer the lines of the classically styled Vulcan™ 1500 Nomad or Nomad™ Fi with its rumbling V-twin instead? It will take you places in comfort and make sure you get there in style.

And at Kawasaki there is more than one way to go V-twin touring. Look no further than the Vulcan 750 with its available Tour Package that makes your cruiser tour worthy. It’s in a class of its own.

For the truly adventurous, Kawasaki offers the KLR650 with available soft luggage to take you to those hard to reach places where the roads may or may not be paved. You’d be surprised what you may find at the end of the road.

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